Hypoglycemia Associated With Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Abstract
Hypoglycemia in the absence of diabetes is often multifactorial and challenging to diagnose definitively. We present a case report and an expanded series of adult females with reactive hypoglycemia who were diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). These patients exhibited predominantly postprandial hypoglycemia, with some fasting and activity-induced episodes. Clinical findings included autonomic dysfunction, gastrointestinal symptoms, and joint hypermobility. Interventions focused on medical nutrition therapy, continuous glucose monitoring, and, in some cases, medication. Many patients continued to experience hypoglycemic episodes despite treatment. Key learning points include the potential association between hypermobile EDS and hypoglycemia, the importance of confirming the Whipple triad, and the need for multidisciplinary management. This case series highlights the need for further research into the prevalence and pathophysiology of hypoglycemia in EDS.
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